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NYC mayor defends police clearing Columbia's pro-Palestinian encampment, building
NPR's Michel Martin talks to Mayor Eric Adams about the police response to student protests at Columbia and other campuses in the city. He says "outside agitators" co-opted the protests at Columbia.
Morning News Brief
A group with ties to the Russian government has been linked to a hacking attempt. The White House is expected to reverse the Clean Power Plan. Many inmates in U.S. prisons plan to protest conditions.
What Ending Bailout Means For Greece
by Joanna Kakissis
Greece is formally exiting its bailout loan program today after eight years of austerity and financial reforms. Many ordinary Greeks have very little to celebrate.
As Relations Improve, North And South Korea Revive Cross-Border Reunions
by Michael Sullivan
On Monday, a group of South Koreans boarded a bus and traveled to North Korea for reunions with relatives who became separated before and during the Korean War.
Outbreak Of Ebola Virus In Conflict-Ridden Congo Worsens
by Eyder Peralta
An outbreak in the eastern area of the Democratic Republic of the Congo is posing an unprecedented challenge for health workers. The remote region is volatile — making access difficult.
Flooding Displaces 800,000 In Southern Indian State
by Lauren Frayer
India's southern state of Kerala may get some much needed relief in the coming days as the forecast shows less rain for the area that has been dealing with deadly monsoon floods for more than a week.
Trump Attacks Paper's Report On White House Counsel Don McGahn
by Ayesha Rascoe
The president lashes out again at the probe into Russian interference in the 2016 election. A paper's story detailed cooperation by White House Counsel Don McGahn with special counsel Robert Mueller.
Security Clearance Revocation Reminds Mullen Of Nixon's 'Enemies List'
Rachel Martin talks to retired Admiral Mike Mullen, ex-chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, about the fallout from President Trump's decision to revoke ex-CIA Director Brennan's security clearance.
Ordinary Iranians Acknowledge The Pinch Of Tightened U.S. Sanctions
by Peter Kenyon
Iranians say they're feeling the strain of an economic crisis and they know it could get worse as the U.S. ramps up sanctions. But many Iranians blame their government.
Anthem Protests During NFL Preseason Stir Fans' Feelings
by Tom Goldman
Preseason games don't typically get as much attention as regular season games but that's not the case this year. Player protests during the national anthem continue — as the league discourages them.
News Brief: President Trump's Latest Rant, Venezuela's Economy
Trump responds to New York Times story that details cooperation between White House counsel Don McGahn and special counsel Robert Mueller's inquiry. Venezuela takes dramatic steps to stem inflation.